Viticulture >
The property covers 19 hectares,3.5 km west of the town of Saint Emilion. Located on the 45th parallel, Saint Emilion enjoys a moderate ocean climate with warm summers and mild winters. The soils are made up of sand/clay and gravel and the vineyards are planted at 6,600 vines per hectare. They are 35 years old on average and are farmed using sustainable viticulture. The grapes for this wine come from the entire estate and is a blend of Merlot (75%) and Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc (25%).
Winemaking >
Assemblage : 73% Merlot, 18% Cab. Franc, 9% Cab. Sauvignon
Aging : 12 months bordeaux oak barrels, 40% new oak.
Grand Vin from Château Cantenac.